Playing the music of the 20s/30s/40s and more in their own exciting
style – Shep’s repertoire covers evergreen tunes from the Shows,
Jazz, Melodies of Yesteryear and even Light Classics through
to “Duelling Banjos”. Their breathtaking instrumental dexterity
and musical expertise
is an absolute delight.

Howard
Shepherd (Shep) is recognised as Britain’s foremost
banjo player whose band SHEP’S BANJO BOYS
became nationally recognised for their live musical spots on
Granada TV’s long running series “The Comedians” being repeated
on Granada Plus. The band appeared at many top venues throughout
the UK and abroad including the London Palladium for a season
and entertained passengers aboard the QE2 over several years.
2002 saw them at the Blackpool Opera House for 16 Sunday concerts
with The Comedians.

Mike
Dexter on guitar/banjo has been Howard’s swinging
sidekick for over 20 years and has vast experience playing his
style of guitar and banjo throughout the UK and abroad.

Howard
finds his Duo or Trio is very popular for today’s market/budget
and now leads SHEP’S RHYTHM ACES which
appeals to all ages with their happy lively music with a smile
– in addition to their cabaret act, when playing acoustic they are ideally suited for outdoor events/promotions/marquees/wedding receptions/cruises, etc. They have regularly entertained passengers on the 'Orient Express Northern Belle' top class train (below).